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Central Christian College of Kansas

#1187 in US ranking McPherson, KS
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$35,025
Tuition & fees
$31,500
Avg. aid
$17,045
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
53%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
27%
Median salary
$40,519
1 yr after graduation

What does Central Christian College of Kansas offer in terms of athletics?

Central Christian College of Kansas competes in intercollegiate athletics associated with the NAIA and the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA). Reported sports offerings include baseball, basketball, football, golf, soccer, softball, volleyball, and wrestling, along with cheerleading and other activities.

A prospective athlete should distinguish a current varsity roster from a recreational or emerging activity; a sport's inclusion in a general list does not establish its present competition schedule or roster openings. Coaches and athletics staff can explain recruiting standards, association eligibility, and whether athletic aid is available for a particular team. Academic eligibility and the time commitment of travel and practice should also be part of that discussion.

What student groups and Associations are available at Central Christian College of Kansas?

Student organizations at Central Christian College of Kansas provide ways to participate outside class. Reported examples include Student Government, the Multicultural Student Association, music ensembles, and business-related student activities.

Because a small college's active club roster can change as students graduate and new leaders take over, applicants interested in a particular organization should check its current meeting schedule and recognition status. A performance ensemble, student government position, and informal group can offer different levels of commitment; students can use those distinctions to find an activity that fits their academic and work schedule.

Who studies at Central Christian College of Kansas?

Central Christian College of Kansas is a small institution with reported enrollment of 469 students. Its entering population includes both first-time students and transfers: 131 first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates and 46 transfer-in students were reported.

Students arrive from well beyond Kansas. In the reported geographic breakdown for new students, 17% were Kansas residents, 79% came from other U.S. states, and 5% came from other countries; rounded percentages need not total exactly 100. The age distribution also extends beyond traditional first-year ages, with students reported in their late twenties, thirties, and older age groups.

These figures describe enrollment, not an individual student's likely experience. An applicant deciding between campus-based and other course formats should ask which students share the classes and services in their intended program.

How does student life look like at Central Christian College of Kansas?

Student life at Central Christian College of Kansas is shaped by a small enrollment, substantial residential participation, and the college's Christian identity. The college reports that 85% of students live on campus, so residence-based activities are likely to be an important part of the experience for many students.

Reported campus resources include personal or psychological counseling and a health clinic. Theater and choral participation offer options beyond athletics, while service activities connect students with the surrounding community. Commuters and students in other course formats should check which events and support services are accessible on the days and at the times they attend.

What libraries are available to students at Central Christian College of Kansas?

Briner Library is the main library at Central Christian College of Kansas. It provides a campus setting for studying and academic research, and students can reserve study rooms.

For a research-heavy course, students should ask library staff how to access discipline-specific databases, journals, research assistance, and materials beyond the on-site collection. Students who study remotely or outside standard hours should check current access instructions and opening times rather than assume that the building is open around the clock.

Central Christian College of Kansas Student Life for 2027

Total enrollment

469

Full Time Degree Seeking Freshmen

129

Member of Athletic Associations

NAIA, NCCAA

Total staff

11 full time, 49 part time

Veterans affair office

No

Central Christian College of Kansas Student Body

Undergraduate vs. graduate students

Undergraduate: 454
Graduate: 15

Full-time vs. part-time students

Full-time: 383
Part-time: 86

Full-time degree-seeking students by gender

Women: 44
Men: 85

Students by race/ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino: 84
Black or African American: 58
White: 187
American Indian or Alaska Native: 8
Asian: 4
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 1
Two or more races: 22
Unknown: 5

Freshly enrolled students' age

Under 25 years
Over 25 years

Central Christian College of Kansas Sports & Athletics

  • Member of NAIA
  • Member of NCCAA

Varsity teams compete against other colleges, intramural teams within the school. Each column says whether men, women or both take part, and whether the sport offers athletic scholarships (Aid).

Sport

Varsity Intramural Aid

Baseball

Men–Men

Basketball

BothBothBoth

Cheerleading

Both–Both

Football

–Both–

Golf

Both–Both

Soccer

BothBothBoth

Softball

WomenBothWomen

Table tennis

–Both–

Ultimate Frisbee

–Both–

Volleyball

WomenBothBoth

Wrestling

Both–Both

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.